Speaker Johnson Faces Challenges Over Funding Plan

House Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership is under intense scrutiny as he navigates a bipartisan spending bill that has drawn criticism from both conservatives and President-elect Donald Trump. Representative Tom Tiffany, while expressing dissatisfaction with the spending bill's provisions, acknowledged the challenges Johnson faces with a narrow majority, which forces him to negotiate with Democrats. Johnson is in crucial discussions with GOP lawmakers to devise a funding deal aimed at preventing a government shutdown, with a potential focus on a 'clean' continuing resolution and debt limit lift. The situation is complicated by Trump's public denunciation of the bill, further alienating conservative members. Amid these challenges, Johnson's ability to balance party factions and secure support for his funding plan remains precarious. Additionally, the House Ethics Committee is reportedly preparing to release findings on former Congressman Matt Gaetz, adding to the political turmoil.